2002 Audi A3 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |